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The 2018 Magic: The Gathering card Rat Colony from the Dominaria set. This common black Rat creature offers strategic synergy for collectors and players alike.

Rat Colony

2018 • Magic: The Gathering • Dominaria

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Product Overview

Description

Rat Colony, card number 101 from the 2018 Dominaria expansion, stands as a fundamental piece of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Released under the set code DOM, this black creature card is classified as a Rat with a mana cost of {1}{B} and a mana value of 2. The card features art by Suzanne Helmigh, bringing the iconic rat type to life within the rich lore of the Dominaria plane. In gameplay, Rat Colony is designed to excel in swarm strategies. Its primary ability grants the creature +1/+0 for each other Rat you control, allowing its power to scale rapidly when multiple copies are in play. This scaling mechanic makes it a staple for decks focused on token generation and tribal synergy. Furthermore, the card adheres to the Four-Beta rule, meaning there is no limit to the number of Rat Colony cards a deck can include, maximizing its potential impact in constructed formats. Collectors value Rat Colony for its historical significance within the Dominaria block, which marked a return to the original Magic universe. As a common rarity, it serves as an accessible entry point for those building complete set collections or seeking specific cards for their Magic: The Gathering library. The flavor text hints at the aftermath of the Phyrexian Invasion, providing narrative depth that resonates with long-time fans of the game. Whether you are completing a Dominaria set or hunting for specific tribal synergies, Rat Colony remains a notable component of the game's extensive catalog.

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Card Details

The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.

Catalog Profile

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Year

2018

Series

Dominaria

Card Number

#101

Featured Subject

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Featured

Rat Colony

Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Common

Artist

Suzanne Helmigh

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{1}{B}

Type

Creature — Rat

Power / Toughness

2 / 1

Color

B

Card Text

Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.

This creature gets +1/+0 for each other Rat you control. A deck can have any number of cards named Rat Colony.

Wreckage from the Phyrexian Invasion provided the rats with a seemingly unlimited number of breeding grounds.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the mana cost of Rat Colony?

Rat Colony has a mana cost of {1}{B}, requiring one generic mana and one black mana to cast. This makes it a low-cost creature that can be played early in the game, fitting into many aggressive or tribal strategies.

How does Rat Colony's ability work?

The card grants +1/+0 to itself for each other Rat you control on the battlefield. This means its power increases as you add more Rats to your board, making it a powerful finisher in swarm-based decks.

What set and year was Rat Colony released?

Rat Colony was released in 2018 as part of the Dominaria expansion, identified by the set code DOM. It is card number 101 in the common rarity tier of that set.

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